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CLZ 1354

1998 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

111,208 mi
Last recorded111,208 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Toyota Starlet70,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 1354
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 111,208 miles

front and rear number plates deteriorating advice change

offside rear tyre getting close to legal limit

oil leak

Fail 24 Aug 2013 111,198 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front and rear number plates deteriorating advice change

offside rear tyre getting close to legal limit

oil leak

Fail 8 Jun 2012 108,155 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 108,155 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 103,521 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 May 2011 103,516 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

radiator in poor condition

Pass 14 May 2010 100,776 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 100,776 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Aerial mast badly bent

Both outer CV boots starting to crack and split

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Minor blow on exhaust (centre to rear box)

O/S/F bumper slightly loose

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear wiper blade badly split

Pass 21 Nov 2008 96,502 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear mud guard insecure

offside of front bumper insecure

Pass 12 Nov 2007 92,345 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 90,017 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Starlet?

Based on 379,267 MOT tests across 32,146 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
3,843
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
32,146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,266
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,965
Headlamp aim too low 7,146
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,989
Stop lamp not working 6,412
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CLZ 1354 is a 1998 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 70,199 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Starlet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 19,266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CLZ 1354, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Starlet typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CLZ 1354 registered?

CLZ 1354 is a 1998 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is CLZ 1354 safe to buy?

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